Inventory Control Assistant

Position: INVENTORY CONTROL ASSISTANT 2
Introduction

The City of Milwaukee is proud to employ a diverse workforce dedicated to delivering exceptional service to its residents. If you are passionate about being part of an inclusive team of public servants, please consider the following opportunity.

Purpose

The Inventory Control Assistant 2 ensures the availability of essential parts for the repair and maintenance of City of Milwaukee vehicles and equipment by applying efficient inventory control, parts procurement, data entry, and expedited order processing.

Essential Functions

Equipment Part Inventory Procurement and Control

• Maintain inventory through variance identification, warehouse stocking, inventory transfers, and recommendations for additions to regularly stocked parts inventory.
• Prioritize required tasks to make efficient use of work time for oneself and the divisional repair and operations personnel.
• Expedite orders based on inventory status and the need for parts for immediate repairs.
• Determine spare parts availability using the inventory control system.
• Identify manufacturer and aftermarket part numbers to make correct orders.
• Source, order, receive, and deliver non-stocked items from vendors.
• Document and post inventory and purchase transactions in the fleet management software program.
• Ensure material security to reduce loss and theft.

Divisional Support

• Support repair and operations personnel through the fulfillment of requests for parts and supplies.
• Perform parts pickup and delivery, including loading and unloading trucks.
• Support vehicle and equipment repair crews during snow and ice control operations.

We welcome qualified individuals with disabilities who are interested in employment and will make reasonable accommodations during the hiring process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

Conditions of Employment

The Inventory Control Assistant 2 must be willing and able to do the following:

• May be assigned to work first or second shift and will be scheduled for an on-call rotation to support emergency snow and ice control operation repairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment/material alone, up to 75 pounds more with assistance.

The preplacement medical requirements for this title include the following:

• Drug Test
• Physical with lift test
• Audiogram
• Vision Test

Minimum Requirements

1. Two years of experience in a parts-related role, including parts shipping and inventory control, within a vehicle, equipment, or construction-related company.

2. Valid driver's license at the time of appointment and throughout employment.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

NOTICE: Please do not attach your academic transcripts to your employment application. The hiring department will verify candidates' education as part of the background screening process prior to extending any job offers.

Desirable Qualifications

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Parts Specialist Certification:
  • P1 - Medium-Heavy Duty Truck
  • P2 - Automobile Parts Specialist

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Other Characteristics

Technical

• Knowledge of automotive and heavy equipment parts, terminology, parts manuals, and tools to find and source parts from vendors.
• Knowledge of warehousing procedures to ensure inventory is easy to find and to identify variances.
• Knowledge of inventory management methods and techniques to improve the availability of regularly used items within the inventory.
• Ability to efficiently use fleet management software programs to enable effective tracking of stock and to meet the needs of vehicle job orders.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to read and understand job-related documents, such as work rules, policies, operating manuals, street maps, equipment specifications, and parts descriptions.
• Ability to learn new vehicle, equipment, and material management technologies to remain current with industry-related trends and best practices.

Communication and Interpersonal

• Verbal communication skills to share information effectively with external vendors and coworkers.
• Active listening skills to ensure fleet maintenance needs are met accurately.
• Ability to work cooperatively and fairly with people whose backgrounds may differ from one's own.

Critical Thinking and Professionalism

• Ability to identify, prioritize, and meet customer needs to ensure parts, service, and equipment are available when required by various mechanics, supervisors, and departments.
• Organizational skills and the ability to maintain accurate, detailed work records.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
• Ability to perform duties in a competent, dependable, and courteous manner.
• Ability to remain calm and function effectively under stress.
• Honesty, integrity, and the ability to safeguard all departmental property.

Current Salary

The current salary range (Pay Range 8DN) is $51,816-$69,119 annually, and the current resident incentive salary…